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lyn*

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Good morning!

Ran late this morning because I was catching up on all the Wills and Kate's baby news!!

I have been relying on this "formula" a lot last week and for the most part, I have been pretty happy with the results.

Bow blouse & Blazer & Belt & Skirt

It works for my work anyway, because necklaces are so no no.

How do I differentiate between a "formula" that works and being stuck in a rut?

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10 years ago

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Latest reply was from lyn*

Anonymous

Looks nice!

A rut causes angst, and a formula makes your life easier!

10 years ago

Helena

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Hi Lyn, I had this same question recently and came to the conclusion (with lots of help from the YLFers) that a rut makes you unhappy and a formula/signature style makes you happy. Add the caveat that the shapes and styles should be generally current, and there you go.

That outfit definitely does NOT say rut to me - looks great!

10 years ago

Thistle

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Looks terrific, especially with the addition of the blazer.

10 years ago

Lisa

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When I am no longer happy with my outfits, it's time to shake up the formula. When dressing is easy and I feel happy in my outfits it's a formula that works. I am a big fan of formula dressing, just makes my life so much easier in the morning.

10 years ago

Peri

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I'm just curious why necklaces are a work no-no? But I'm worried about what the answer might be! I think I can guess.

10 years ago

rachylou

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The royal baby is exciting! The only thing I maybe miss about my English ex-boss is time-outs for major royals news. Lol.

The formula is working great, esp. with the stunning colour of that blazer!

Out of curiosity - if necklaces are no-nos, why are bow ties ok? (I'm thinking it's a safety issue)

10 years ago

Transcona Shannon

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I think it's a rut when you wear it because you feel you're supposed to but it doesn't make you smile, whereas a formula is easy to grab and always makes you feel good and like "you".

10 years ago

Anonymous

I'm thinking just what Shannon said. Your formula seems to be working, you look great.

10 years ago

lyn*

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@ Peri - I actually don't know - I always assumed it was a safety thing, but the staff doctors all wear them. My staff attending has a beautiful collection of silk scarves and she has a different one every day.

I guess I"ll just ride this out and see if this is very "me"

10 years ago

Deborah

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It's definitely not a rut my dear. You look gorgeous, and this look and style works for you.

10 years ago

CocoLion

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Wow, what a gorgeous outfit! This is one of your best, in my book. The colors, the retro vibe. I love this on you.

10 years ago

Ornella

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How do I differentiate between a "formula" that works and being stuck in a rut?

When you no longer find sources of joy in different elements of your outfit, you're in a rut.

10 years ago

harmonica

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gorgeous outfit! love the royal blue and "dirty" yellow together!

you already have good answers on rut vs formula

10 years ago

lyn*

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Thanks! I think I enjoy this formula for now - it is quite fun!

I like the material this skirt is made of too - I can't stop rubbing it - I'm going to wear a hole :p

10 years ago

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